Person-Centred Counselling Certificate

Person-Centred Counselling is a humanistic approach that emphasises the creation of a non-judgmental and empathetic therapeutic relationship, allowing clients to explore their feelings, experiences, and self-concept to facilitate personal growth and self-acceptance. In this introductory course, you will learn about the core concepts, theories and skills used in Person-Centred Counselling.

This course delves into the fundamental principles and techniques that define the practice of counselling. Rooted in the person-centred approach pioneered by Carl Rogers, you'll gain an in-depth understanding of how counselling empowers individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a supportive and non-judgmental environment.

The core tenets include three crucial conditions for therapeutic change: empathy, where the counsellor truly understands the client's perspective; unconditional positive regard, showing complete acceptance and non-judgment; and congruence, which is the counsellor's authenticity and transparency. Rogers believed that these conditions create the necessary psychological climate for clients to explore their feelings, thoughts, and experiences and, in turn, achieve greater self-understanding, self-acceptance, and personal development.

This humanistic approach places emphasis on the client's unique subjective experience and personal autonomy, emphasising the importance of the therapeutic relationship in fostering positive change. By studying concepts such as empathy, active listening, and unconditional positive regard, you'll learn about the process of creating a therapeutic space that allows clients to find solutions to their problems, gain self-awareness, and move forward on their personal growth journey.

This course is an invaluable gateway to comprehending the core principles of counselling and its practical application. It is a foundational resource for psychotherapists and mental health professionals interested in exploring in adding counselling skills to their work life, CV, or personal relationships.

We will cover:

• Gain a deep understanding of the foundations and principles of person-centred counselling.

• Develop a thorough grasp of key counselling terminology and concepts.

• Explore the history and development of the person-centred approach, including its therapeutic alliance.

• Differentiate person-centred counselling from other therapeutic modalities, such as psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioural approaches.

• Identify the core conditions crucial for effective counselling, including empathy, unconditional positive regard, and congruence.

• Examine essential counselling skills, such as active listening, reflecting, summarising, and validation.

• Understand the application of person-centred counselling in various scenarios, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and more.

• Explore the role of culture and diversity in counselling, fostering cultural competencies and inclusivity.

• Discover what it's like to work as a counsellor, including aspects of ethical frameworks, confidentiality, boundaries, and self-care.

• Gain insights into outcome assessment and the evaluation of counselling effectiveness.

• Explore the practicalities and considerations of telecounselling and working online.

You will learn through a variety of ways including video lessons, reading, reflection exercises and multiple-choice quizzes.

On completing the course, you will earn an accredited certificate in person-centred counselling skills. The course is accredited by the International Association of Therapists.

This course is suitable for those who are new to counselling, or those with existing counselling skills who are looking to understand the person-centred approach.